Convicted Riverside arsonist suspected of starting fire one month after release on parole [Video]

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KABC) — A convicted serial arsonist in Riverside is behind bars again, suspected of setting another fire less than a month after being paroled following his initial sentence.

George Alexander Hill, 39, is facing two counts of arson of property, as well as violation of parole. According to Riverside city fire officials, Hill provided a written statement saying he started the fire out of revenge.

“All of these incidents have been extremely dangerous, that’s our main concern is public safety,” said Capt. Ray Mendoza with the Riverside city fire department.

Hill was originally arrested on Dec. 18, 2022, suspected of starting a fire at a commercial building containing toys on View Park Court in Riverside. He was also suspected of starting a fire at a Walmart store on Van Buren Boulevard on Oct. 10, 2022.

Officials say both fires caused approximately $1.6 million in damage. According to the Riverside County district attorney’ …